All Things Transformers

All Things Transformers

di GeekCast Radio Network, LLC

Animazioni e manga TV e Film

Transformers: Age of Extinction Review

A deep dive into the 2014 live-action film, discussing the plot, character arcs, and the use of Transformium. The conversation covers the Dinobots, the return of Galvatron, and the film's place in the larger Transformers cinematic series. The episode also includes a segment on the latest toy news, including upcoming retro reissues and potential future releases.

Transformers: Dark of the Moon Review

We revisit the third live-action Transformers film to discuss our updated thoughts on the plot, character arcs, and the conclusion of the original trilogy. We explore the 1960s space race opening, the role of Sentinel Prime, and the film's visual effects. We also discuss new merchandise including the Cybertron Origins Jazz and the Guardian Robot redeco of Omega Supreme.

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Review

We continue our look back at the live-action Transformers films with a deep dive into the second entry, Revenge of the Fallen. While acknowledging the film's significant flaws regarding the script, certain human characters, and pacing, we identify a handful of surprisingly redeemable moments. We discuss the sound design, voice performances, and the impact of the 2007 writer's strike on the finished product. This episode also includes archival clips from our original 2009 discussion of the film.

Transformers 2007 Review

Steve Megatron and TFG1 Mike revisit the 2007 live-action Transformers film. They discuss their initial experiences seeing the movie in theaters, their appreciation for Steve Jablonski’s score, and the quality of the visual effects. While they praise the action and the return of Peter Cullen, they express frustration with the human characters, specifically Sam Witwicky and his parents. They also touch upon recent news from the Transformers brand team, including potential future toy lines and re-releases.

Transformers Classics Volumes 6-7 Review

We dive into IDW's Transformers Classics collections, specifically volumes six and seven, covering the later issues of the original Marvel Comics run. We break down the Matrix Quest, the arrival of Unicron, and the climactic battles involving Megatron, Galvatron, Grimlock, and the Dinobots. We also discuss the shifting art styles of Andrew Wildman, the evolution of characters like Ratchet and Scorponok, and the series' transition into the Generation 2 era.

Bumblebee Movie Review

We begin our complete retrospective of the live-action Transformers film franchise with a deep dive into the 2018 movie Bumblebee. We discuss the Cybertronian opening, the focus on the character-driven story between Charlie and Bumblebee, and the 1980s setting. We also share our thoughts on the voice cast, including the use of vocoders, and compare this production style to the earlier films in the series. Finally, we provide our ratings and consider the impact this film had on the live-action universe.

Hasbro Pulse Transformers Tuesday Reveal Review

We break down the latest Hasbro Pulse Transformers Tuesday reveals, including figures from the Legacy Evolution and Rise of the Beasts lines. We share our thoughts on the design choices for Scourge, Cheetor, and Airazor, as well as the new Core Class Grimlock. The conversation moves through a variety of characters like Prowl, Crosscut, Metalhawk, and the Junkion Crash Bar. Finally, we discuss leaked upcoming reveals and look ahead at what might be coming to the franchise.

Transformers Toy News and Live Action Film Retrospective

The hosts discuss recent Legacy Evolution reveals, including Prowl and the Junkions, and share their frustration with Funko's NFT strategy. They cover 2023 product listings like the Armada Optimus Prime and the Nemesis ship, as well as the cancellation of HasLab Victory Saber orders in Europe. The episode also features impressions of upcoming Rise of the Beasts figures like Cheetor and Scourge, plus a look back at the live-action Michael Bay film franchise.

Transformers Rise of the Beasts Trailer and EarthSpark

The hosts share reactions to the latest Transformers: Rise of the Beasts trailer, discussing their concerns regarding human involvement and character designs. The group then presents a spoiler-filled review of the first season of the animated series Transformers: EarthSpark, debating the show's premise, character names, and writing.

November Noteworthy Transformers News Roundup

This episode covers recent Transformers news, including Hasbro's plans for its E1 brand, the spotting of EarthSpark toys in Canada, and the reveal of the Bumblebee Segway Go-Kart Pro. The hosts also discuss new art prints, the fully funded HasLab Deathsaurus, and upcoming third-party Beast Wars figures.

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